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This book is an exercise book for those who wish to develop their slap bass technique. Featuring 100 brand new exercises covering all ability levels, the book follows the same chapter structure as Ultimate Slap Bass, making it the perfect companion volume. ISBN: 978-1-7398292-3-03 Number of Pages: 68 Download Audio Files Here
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This book is the second in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises based on arpeggios. These exercises will not only help you to improve your finger strength, dexterity and all-round control of the instrument, but will also help you to develop more melodic…
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This book is the sixth in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises which will help you to master the melodic and harmonic minor scales and their modes on a four-string bass. All of the exercises in this book include tablature and recommended fingerings.…
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This book is the sixth in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises which will help you to master the melodic and harmonic minor scales and their modes on a four-string bass. All of the exercises in this book include tablature and recommended fingerings.…
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This book is the tenth in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises that will guide you through topics such as double stops, playing tenth chords, seventh chords, ninth chords sus4 chords and much more. All the exercises in this book include tablature and…
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This book is the ninth in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises which will help you to master the plectrum technique on the bass guitar. All the exercises in this book include tablature and recommended fingerings. MP3 files are available to download from…
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This book is the eighth in a series written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book you’ll find 101 grooves written to illustrate the five essential elements of slap bass: thumb, pluck/pop, ghost notes, hammer-ons, and pull-offs. The aim of this book is to guide you through the practical and professional applications of these…
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This book is the seventh in a series written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book you’ll find 101 unique grooves written in odd time signatures built on the quarter note, eighth note and sixteenth note subdivisions.There are also exercises that combine these time signatures with each other, and with more conventional time signatures.…
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This book is the third in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises built on the major and minor pentatonic scales. Learning these exercises will help you to absorb the sounds of these scales, enabling you to play more creative basslines, dirty blues licks…
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This book is the eleventh in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises that will guide you through the various positions on the fretboard. All the exercises in this book include tablature and recommended fingerings. MP3 files are available to download from Free Stuff…
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This book is the first in a series of books written by UK bassist Marek Bero. In this book, you will find 101 exercises that will help to improve your finger strength and dexterity. They will also help you to develop the independence of the four fingers of your fretting hand. ISBN: 978-1-912126-06-4 Number of…
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This book collects all the exercises included in Stuart Clayton’s 2017-2018 YouTube series Bass Lick of the Week. The 52 exercises included here have been written in a variety of different genres and utilise a wide range of techniques. The download includes the PDF book and all of the required audio files. Number of Pages:…
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This book contains transcriptions of some of the most challenging pieces every written for the bass guitar. The bass players featured within these pages have all contributed heavily to the development of the bass guitar and its function within music. Includes pieces by Victor Wooten, Billy Sheehan, Jeff Berlin, Stuart Hamm, Mark King and more.…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for bassist Bernard Edwards, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Chic Unique’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Chic and Sister Sledge. Number of Pages: 16
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for virtuoso rock bassist Billy Sheehan, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Workin’ Like a Dog’, an original piece of music written in the style of Billy’s work with bands such…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for bassist Bootsy Collins, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Funkzilla’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Parliament/Funkadelic as well as his won solo material. Number…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for bassist Carol Kaye, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment she uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Pick a Game to Play’, a challenging tune written to represent her style of playing. Number of Pages: 14
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for bassist Cliff Burton, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Master of Metal’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Metallica. Number of Pages: 16
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for bassist Duck Dunn, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Who Dunnit?’, a fun tune written in the style of his work at the Stax label. Number of Pages: 14
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Flea Bites’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with the Red Hot Chili Peppers.…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary bassist Jack Bruce, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Cream of the Crop’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Cream. Number of Pages: 14
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for virtuoso bassist Jaco Pastorius, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Portrait of Jaco’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Weather Report. Number of Pages: 16
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary Motown bassist James Jamerson, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Motor City Grooves (Make Me Want to Practice)’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work at…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary rock bassist John Entwistle, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he used. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘An Ox's Tale’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with The Who. Number of Pages: 16
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for Dream Theater bassist John Myung, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘A Nightmare... for the Fingers’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with prog-rock titans Dream…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary rock bassist John Paul Jones, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Lead Balloon’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Led Zeppelin. Number of Pages: 14
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary bassist Larry Graham, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Graham Crackers’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work as a solo artist, and with Sly &…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for virtuoso bassist Marcus Miller, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Miller Time!’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work as a solo artist. Number of Pages: 19
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for Level 42 bassist Mark King, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘King for a Day’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with jazz-funk group Level 42.…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for virtuoso solo bassist Michael Manring, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘You're Excused...’, a challenging tune written in the style of his acclaimed solo bass work. Number of Pages: 14
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary bassist Paul McCartney, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘For the Benefit of Mr. McCartney’, a fun tune written in the style of his work as a solo artist,…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for session bassist Pino Palladino, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Don't Fret’, a fun tune written in the style of his work with Paul Young during the eighties. Number of…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary bassist Rocco Prestia, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Is This Hip?’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Tower of Power. Number of Pages: 16
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for legendary bassist Stanley Clarke, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Back to School’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work as a solo artist, and with Return…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for virtuoso bassist Stuart Hamm, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Slap & Tickle’, a challenging tune written in the style of his solo work. Number of Pages: 20
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for original Jamiroquai bassist Stuart Zender, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Zender Jazz’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Jamiroquai. Number of Pages: 14
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for Rage Against the Machine bassist Tim Commerford, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘Outrage’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with Rage Against the Machine. Number…
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This booklet contains a detailed biography for virtuoso bassist Victor Wooten, as well as a selected discography and an analysis of the equipment he uses. It also includes the sheet music/TAB and performance notes for ‘The Wicked Vicar’, a challenging tune written in the style of his work with bluegrass-fusion group Béla Fleck and the…
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Play Bass is a complete method book that is suitable for beginners, as well as those who wish to fill in the gaps in their knowledge. Contains over 130 exercises and 5 longer study pieces, all supported with full band audio and backing tracks. The download includes the PDF book and all of the required…
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This book is a collection of 18 slap bass workouts for players of all ability levels. All slap-related techniques are covered in these pieces, from basic elements such as slaps, pops, ghost notes and hammer-ons, through to more advanced concepts such as double popping, chord strumming, double thumbing and open string hammer-ons. ISBN: 978-1-0685994-0-8 Number of…
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Solo Arrangements for Electric Bass is a collection of solo pieces for the bass guitar including 'The Simpsons', 'Shape of my Heart' and more. Also contains a full history of the genre, player profiles, interviews and a detailed discography. The download includes the PDF book - the audio files can be downloaded from the Free…
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This book contains transcriptions from Stuart’s first three albums, Radio Free Albemuth, Kings of Sleep and The Urge. All transcriptions are presented in standard notation and tablature, with chord symbols. Each transcription also has a set of detailed performance notes from the author, with comments from Stuart Hamm himself. ISBN: 978-1-7398292-2-3 Number of Pages: 192
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The 80s Bass Book is a collection of 18 songs from some of the biggest artists of the 1980s. The basslines transcribed here are some of the low-end highlights of the decade, and feature the work of bassists such as Pino Palladino, Marcus Miller, Tracy Wormworth, Nathan East, Mark King, Tony Levin, Nick Beggs, Freddie…
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Written by a bass player for bass players, The Bassist’s Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health - Volume One is designed to point out common and not so common problems that the musician may encounter during practice or performing situations. ISBN: 978-1-912126-30-9 Number of Pages: 72
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Written by a bass player for bass players, The Bassist’s Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health - Volume Two picks up where Volume One left off. As a sequel to the acclaimed Volume One, Volume Two presents all new material, and like its predecessor is designed to point out common and not so…
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This book contains bass guitar transcriptions of 14 songs written and performed by the Brothers Johnson. Featuring the band’s biggest hits including ‘Stomp’, ‘Strawberry Letter 23’, ‘Ain’t We Funkin’ Now’ and more, this book is a goldmine for fans of Louis Johnson’s incredible bass playing. ISBN: 978-1-7398292-8-5 Number of Pages: 108
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This book contains transcriptions of 16 songs that have basslines that were played with a pick. Covering everything from rock and punk, to funk and fusion, this book celebrates the work of the world’s most highly regarded plectrum bassists. Within these pages you’ll find songs featuring session bassists Anthony Jackson, Tony Levin and Carol Kaye,…
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Advanced Studies for Bass Guitar contains fourteen study pieces designed to help the modern bass guitarist develop and master various techniques including fingerstyle and plectrum playing, slap bass, chordal playing, two-handed tapping and the use of harmonics. ISBN: 978-1-7394909-4-2 Number of Pages: 112
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Beginner Studies for Bass Guitar contains fourteen study pieces designed to help the modern bass guitarist develop and master various techniques including fingerstyle and plectrum playing, slap bass, chordal playing, two-handed tapping and the use of harmonics. ISBN: 978-1-7394909-5-9 Number of Pages: 92
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Intermediate Studies for Bass Guitar contains fourteen study pieces designed to help the modern bass guitarist develop and master various techniques including fingerstyle and plectrum playing, slap bass, chordal playing, two-handed tapping and the use of harmonics. ISBN: 978-1-7394909-1-1 Number of Pages: 100
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Ultimate Slap Bass covers every aspect of the slap technique from the absolute basics through to advanced techniques such as double thumbing, open string hammer-ons and how to combine slapping with other techniques. The download includes the PDF book and all of the required audio files. Number of Pages: 223
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The Incognito Bass Book contains a collection of songs from the first half of the band’s lengthy career, and showcases the work of several of their bass players. The book includes their early eighties work with Paul ‘Tubbs’ Williams holding down the low-end, through to their late nineties output with Julian Crampton in the bass…
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This book contains full transcriptions for every track on upcoming solo bassist Zander Zon's debut album, Sonorous. Also contains detailed performance notes, interviews with Zander and advice on getting started with piccolo bass and altered tunings. Note: despite the altered tunings used on many of these pieces, most can be played on a conventional 4-string…
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The new Stuart Hamm Bass Book contains previously unpublished transcriptions of music from his Outbound album, together with many his well-known classical arrangements. Also featured are tracks recorded with fusion trio GHS and a full transcription of the live bass solo 'Quahogs Anyone?' ISBN: 978-0-9557981-5-3 Number of Pages: 190
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Giants of Bass – Volume 2 is an in-depth analysis of some of the world’s most influential and respected bass guitarists from the 80s and 90s. An exhaustively-researched biography has been included for each artist, as well as a selected discography, gear analysis and a detailed breakdown of their commonly used playing techniques. Each bass…
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Giants of Bass – Volume 2 is an in-depth analysis of some of the world’s most influential and respected bass guitarists from the 80s and 90s. An exhaustively-researched biography has been included for each artist, as well as a selected discography, gear analysis and a detailed breakdown of their commonly used playing techniques. Each bass…
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Giants of Bass – Volume 1 is an in-depth analysis of some of the world’s most influential and respected bass guitarists from the 60s and 70s. An exhaustively-researched biography has been included for each artist, as well as a selected discography, gear analysis and a detailed breakdown of their commonly used playing techniques. Each bass…
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Giants of Bass – Volume 1 is an in-depth analysis of some of the world’s most influential and respected bass guitarists from the 60s and 70s. An exhaustively-researched biography has been included for each artist, as well as a selected discography, gear analysis and a detailed breakdown of their commonly used playing techniques. Each bass…
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This book is a complete set of bass guitar transcriptions for the classic live Level 42 album A Physical Presence. Featuring hit songs such as 'Hot Water', 'The Chinese Way' and 'The Sun Goes Down' as well as instrumental pieces such as 'Mr. Pink' and 'Foundation & Empire', this book is essential reading for fans of…
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